How Long to Read Baal, St. George, and Khidr

How Long Does it Take to Read Baal, St. George, and Khidr?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 47 minutes to read Baal, St. George, and Khidr by Robert D. Miller II

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In Western tradition, St. George is known as the dragon slayer. In the Middle East, he is called Khidr (“Green One”), and in addition to being a dragon slayer, he is also somehow the prophet Elijah. In this book, Robert D. Miller II untangles these complicated connections and reveals how, especially in his Middle Eastern guise, St. George is a reincarnation of the Canaanite storm god Baal, another “Green One” who in Ugaritic texts slays dragons. Combining art history, theology, and archeology, this multidisciplinary study demystifies the identity of St. George in his various incarnations, laying bare the processes by which these identifications merged and diverged. Miller traces the origins of this figure in Arabic and Latin texts and explores the possibility that Middle Eastern shrines to St. George lie on top of ancient shrines of the Canaanite storm god Baal. Miller examines these holy places, particularly in modern Israel and around Mount Hermon on the Syrian-Lebanese-Israeli border, and makes the convincing case that direct continuity exists from the Baal of antiquity to the St. George/Khidr of Christian lore. Convincingly argued and thoroughly researched, this study makes a unique contribution to such diverse areas as ancient Near Eastern studies, Roman history and religion, Christian hagiography and iconography, Quranic studies, and Arab folk religion.

How long is Baal, St. George, and Khidr?

Baal, St. George, and Khidr by Robert D. Miller II is 105 pages long, and a total of 26,775 words.

This makes it 35% the length of the average book. It also has 33% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Baal, St. George, and Khidr Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 26 minutes to read Baal, St. George, and Khidr aloud.

What Reading Level is Baal, St. George, and Khidr?

Baal, St. George, and Khidr is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Baal, St. George, and Khidr?

Baal, St. George, and Khidr by Robert D. Miller II is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Baal, St. George, and Khidr by Robert D. Miller II on Amazon click the button below.